Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) marine platform Astro Offshore has entered an agreement with US based Oceaneering International. The partnership will pursue specialized offshore and subsea projects in Europe.
It combines Astro Offshore’s high specification fleet with Oceaneering’s deepwater engineering and remotely operated vehicle (ROV) expertise, marking APSEZ’s expansion into international ultra-deepwater markets.
Deploying the Astro Atlas for Ultra-Deepwater Work
Central to this expansion is the addition of the Astro Atlas (formerly Energy Savanah). Built in 2021, the 97-metre DP2 multipurpose support vessel is currently Astro Offshore’s largest and most capable asset.
Key specifications of the Astro Atlas include:
A 150-tonne subsea active heave compensation crane
A 25-tonne secondary crane
An integrated moonpool
Accommodation for up to 100 personnel
The vessel can operate in water depths exceeding 3,000 metres. According to Astro Offshore CEO Mark Humphreys, this depth capability allows the company to take on high-value offshore projects such as subsea construction, cable laying, pipeline installation, and underwater inspection and maintenance.
APSEZ CEO Ashwani Gupta stated that the agreement advances the company’s objective of building a globally diversified marine platform capable of handling complex offshore environments.
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APSEZ Marine Strategy and 2031 Financial Targets
The European subsea expansion aligns with APSEZ’s broader long-term marine strategy. By the 2031 financial year, the company is targeting:
An operational fleet of 200 vessels
Marine revenue reaching INR 6,000 crore
Planned capital expenditure of INR 13,000 crore
This projected growth spans multiple maritime sectors, including logistics, offshore support, underwater engineering, and deepwater infrastructure services.